According to Indonesian media, this decision was made after an internal meeting between the Dutch coach and the leaders of the Indonesian Football Federation (PSSI) at noon on October 16.
Although expected to bring a new breeze to island nation football, Kluivert could not help Indonesia achieve the goal of qualifying for the World Cup. The pressure from fans is increasing after a series of consecutive losses, including the defeat against Iraq, causing the chance to continue officially to expire.
Indonesian media said that Kluivert proactively resigned to "attract pressure" and create an opportunity for the team to find a new direction. PSSI has not yet announced the identity of the replacement, but many sources said that an internal coach is being considered for interim management in the coming time.
Patrick Kluivert was a famous star in European football, playing for Barcelona and the Netherlands. He was appointed to lead Indonesia in early 2024 with a two-year contract, but his journey in Southeast Asia ended earlier than expected.
This parting move marks an important turning point for Indonesian football - a team that is making strong efforts to reform but still struggling to find a formula for success in the international arena.
